Obverse: features the Coat of Arms of Somalia – a shield with a star supported by two leopards, with crossed spears and palm fronds below. The inscription SOMALI REPUBLIC appears at the top, the year 2019 on the sides, and the face value 2000 SHILLINGS at the bottom.
Reverse: depicts an African elephant in its natural habitat beside acacia trees and a water source. The inscription AFRICAN WILDLIFE is above, and ELEPHANT along with 1 kg Ag 999.9 is shown below.
About the coin: this impressive 1 kg pure silver coin belongs to the “African Wildlife – Elephant” series and is struck by the Bayerisches Hauptmünzamt mint in Germany. The series is well-known for its annually changing elephant design, making it highly sought after by collectors. The 2019 edition stands out with its vivid and detailed portrayal of the elephant and the African landscape. Made of 999/1000 fine silver with a face value of 2000 shillings, it is one of the most impressive large-format collector coins in the series.
